3
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1answer
320 views
Megane release childlock without button
I have a 2005 Renault Megane (ie #2 model). The child locking button on the driver side window control panel is broken (will be sourcing one when I find a spare).
In the meantime my childlocks are ...
2
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1answer
278 views
Identifying American (Mercury) Mariner outboard
We have Mariner 9.9E outboard motor. Having hard time figuring out year and Yamaha equivalent (early Mariners were Yamahas in disguise). There is very little information on those, and it is hard to ...
2
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2answers
71 views
What could cause a 2001 Toyota Echo not to start (constant clicking)?
I have a 2001 Toyota Echo that is not starting. The eclectrical seems to be fine (lights, console, everything boots up), but when trying to start there's just a constant clicking, no turn over. Doing ...
6
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5answers
1k views
Can I drive my 4wd 4runner in front wheel only?
I recently had the misfortune of having my 1997 4runner's rear diff lock up because of a leak and then no gear oil.
Unfortunately to add to that the frame and major members are very rusted/rotted. ...
3
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1answer
288 views
Does a 2004 Chevy Malibu have a cabin air filter
A couple of questions.
Does a 2004 Chevy Malibu have a cabin air filter?
If so, where would it be located?
How often should a cabin air filter be changed?
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1answer
27 views
WagonR refuses to start sometimes
My WagonR 2008 model is about 4 years old now. The problem is that my car refuses to start sometimes. I doubt my battery is the problem and the history of my battery is that I have not changed my ...
5
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1answer
69 views
Shutting off fans at highway speeds
On my vehicle (92 Civic) and most others I've seen, the condenser fan comes on whenever the A/C clutch is engaged. This seems like a waste of electricity (and thus fuel) when cruising at 60-75 mph, ...
4
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0answers
51 views
Really high idle after tightening spark plugs
I had a very nasty tick in my engine after doing a bunch of work to it, I just redid my chain tensioner which went a long way to fixing it, then I found that spark plugs could cause a tick, so I ...
2
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3answers
58 views
What is the Magic ON temperature for Electric Fans?
I want to wire up my old truck to turn an electric fan ON to keep the radiator cool.
The ECM has an engine coolant temperature sensor mounted in the engine that alters the resistance to determine ...
3
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2answers
40 views
Upgrading starter wire?
I did an alternator upgrade recently, and I have 3 feet of 1/0awg wire left over. Would it make any difference if I were to use this remaining wire to replace my starter's current 6awg wire?
I have ...
1
vote
2answers
60 views
Is rebuilding an alternator a DIY project?
I'd like a high performance alternator similar to one of these. Is it possible to rebuild a stock alternator to similar output, using majority of tools one would have at a home garage? Of course one ...
3
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1answer
71 views
How often should spark plug wires be replaced?
I last replaced them with the plugs about 4 years/60-70k miles ago. I bought platinum plugs I if I remember correctly, so I still got some life on those. The car (2001 Buick Regal) is still in good ...
3
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4answers
448 views
Strong vibrations when idling even after replacing engine mounts (automatic transmission)
I have a '93 Acura Integra with automatic transmission. Ever since I got it some time ago the car has been vibrating a lot when stopped at a light, for example. The vibration is worse when in gear ...
2
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1answer
34 views
Oil gauge needle is at highest point
I have an 89 Mercedes 300 SE and recently the oil pressure needle has been stuck at the highest point when I accelerate. The values on the gauge are 0 to 3. When I take my foot off the gas the value ...
23
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4answers
24k views
Why does my A/C blow foul smelling air when it first turns on?
Most of the time when I first turn on the A/C in our 2008 Toyota Sienna, the air that blows out has a very distinct chemical - nasty smell. After a while it seems to go away. I'm not sure if I just ...
2
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1answer
69 views
Best way to remove partially stripped and rusted fuel filter nut?
I missed the memo about replacing my fuel filter every 30k, so it's been more like 100k since it's been replaced. Anyway, the car is a 2001 Buick Regal, and the fuel filter nut (not the quick connect, ...
5
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2answers
60 views
Aligning a castle nut with a torque spec to a cotter pin hole
The nuts at the knuckle on my outer tie rod ends are castle nuts, which are locked by cotter pins fed through holes in the studs. The nuts also have a torque spec (27.0±2.5 N∙m, in this case).
If I ...
2
votes
0answers
37 views
Brake Specific Fuel Consumption of 2-stroke vs 4-stroke
How much fuel do various types of engines burn per power output? I'm especially interested in naturally aspirated piston engines, and comparing two-stroke to four-stroke.
The wikipedia article gives ...
1
vote
1answer
29 views
Is it possible for a car to start and run with a dead/dying fuel pump? If so then for how long?
After reading a related question, I suppose my problem could be the relay, so I'll have to check that as well. However, the problem is still the same: My car won't start, and I don't hear the fuel ...
2
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1answer
54 views
Holden Commodore not moving
I own a petrol powered Holden Commodore car 1998 model and it worked fine till last week. Suddenly it stopped moving freely.
When I press the accelerator up to 30% it makes noise but doesn't move. If ...
1
vote
3answers
50 views
Clear water in coolant reservoir
Over the weekend I took my 2000 Toyota 4Runner to a local shop to get the oil changed. While there they told me I needed to flush the coolant, pulling clear water out of the coolant reservoir. They ...
2
votes
1answer
23 views
Cold start Squeak noise
I have an 04 Toyota Camry Solara. The car is in very good condition at 165k miles. Although since two winters ago I have noticed only in the cold mornings when I first start the car there is like a ...
4
votes
1answer
317 views
'00 Volvo S40 Idle surging
The idle surges when in neutral and park, but there is no noticeable surge in gear or reverse. The car has an automatic transmission, if that makes a difference.
I have to this point replaced the ...
0
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1answer
52 views
Typically in what RPM range should one manually downshift an automanual transmission?
Related to this question and TMN's answer: What's a good RPM range to safely downshift an automanual transmission manually? My car does it for me when the RPMs get really low, but that throws me off ...
1
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2answers
53 views
My automatic transmission slid to neutral while driving down the freeway. Can I just put it back in drive?
Just curious if this has ever happened to anyone. I know people who like to put objects behind the shifter, heavy enough to slide the shifter to neutral. So it got me thinking, if this happens, can ...
2
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2answers
33 views
How do I troubleshoot a vehicle that won't start?
My 2000 Chevy truck lights all come on like normal but won't start there is nothing . I hooked 2 wires to the starter and hit them together and it started. Any idea what the problem is
4
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3answers
101 views
How to remove chipmunks from a car?
My friend is getting desperate - he thinks there are chipmunks in his car (Jetta 03), the cabin intake air filter has some holes, there was some food around, pieces of insulation etc
It looks like ...
4
votes
1answer
62 views
When I remove a spark plug is it bad news if dirt or grime falls into the engine
Despite my best effort to clean up a corroded spark plug and blowing the area with an airline before removing would it be bad news if dirt or grime falls into the engine in the process of removing it?
...
5
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4answers
1k views
Switching from Reverse to Drive - always stop completely?
I've been told by a couple people that it's really bad for a car to be shifted from Reverse to Drive while the car is still moving backwards. Is this true?
In my experience:
On automatic cars, this ...
0
votes
1answer
28 views
How to know if a '97 Ford Escort Engine is Federal Emissions or California Emissions
I did a search on the VIN and the engine type is listed as: 2.0L I4 SPI
Can anyone tell if it is California or Federal Emissions? From what I've been told they have completely different intake ...
2
votes
2answers
194 views
Where can I get/buy a repair manual for a Mercedes-Benz CLK200 Kompressor -2002?
I have checked haynes.com but it seems like they only cover C230 - C350. Any other good sources to check? I have tried to contact Mercedes-Benz Europe directly via e-mail for a regular manual, but ...
3
votes
1answer
371 views
Honda CVT Multimatic Gearbox oil-change frequency
I'm planning to buy a 1999 Honda Civic with Multimatic Gearbox and the current owner claims that he needs oil changes after every 7,500 Kms. But when I read about it most suggest the oil change only ...
1
vote
3answers
806 views
Can I get bluetooth music enabled in my 2009 BMW 528i?
I just bought a 2009 BMW 528i. It’s my understanding that the car doesn’t support A2DP which is a technology that would allow me to connect to my stereo system via Bluetooth and stream music ...
2
votes
0answers
18 views
Maxima (2002) MAF Sensor Failures
I have a 2002 Nissan Maxima that I've owned since 2003. I'm now on my sixth Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. What seems to wipe them out is hard acceleration (3/4 throttle - not so extreme as to induce ...
2
votes
1answer
35 views
How to retrofit cruise-control on Peugeot?
I tried to retrofit the cruise control on a 307cc (2007) but for some reason it fails to activate even when I am diving with correct speed and gear (4+).
activate cruise control on BSI
not able to ...
7
votes
3answers
2k views
Is Start & Stop technology good or bad for my car? (Alfa MiTO)
I was recently in the lucky position to obtain an (almost brand new) Alfa Romeo MiTo, Progression. Like many new cars coming out these days, it has "Start & Stop" technology that turns the engine ...
2
votes
1answer
131 views
Adjust window end position?
I have a Toyota Yaris Verso (2000) and one of the screws holding the driver-side window fell out. As a result, the scissor mechanism of the motorized window adjuster was bent slightly before I was ...
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0answers
28 views
Why successful bikes not come again in next year? [closed]
in the successful sales of one bike example herohonda passion plus in the market.why again it will not come in the next year? why again it is coming with new features?and again fail in the market? if ...
0
votes
1answer
238 views
96 Jeep Grand Cherokee acceleration loss
After a routine tune-up, my Grand Cherokee would stall constantly at low idle and the acceleration would quit if I let up on the gas pedal right around 50mph. I had to wait til it dropped below ...
3
votes
1answer
139 views
2006 Honda Civic EX - Green Key Light on dash
Problem: I try to start my car with the original factory key, as well tried with the other factory key (both have chips in them) and the car will start, run for a second then shut off. All the while ...
4
votes
3answers
57 views
How to align wheel manually
I have a 2008 Suzuki WagonR and did a long drive some days back. During driving I found my car was wobbling a little bit, and on checking I found that my right front tyre was wearing out little bit. ...
6
votes
1answer
54 views
Removing a painted picture on my car
I recently bought a 2003 Deville, someone had hand brush painted a small picture of Mickey Mouse leaning against the Cadillac symbol. It is very dry. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to remove ...
3
votes
2answers
3k views
Sloshing Sound Under Dash
I have a 2011 Suzuki SX4 Crossover AWD with MT. Sometimes when I start it up, begin moving forward, or quickly decelerate I can hear what sounds like water (or some other liquid) moving from one ...
4
votes
3answers
145 views
where to find more durable engine mounts for big HP 93 Toyota Supra Turbo
I've come across a 4th generation 1000+rwhp Supra with a big single turbo conversion, stock rear end, stock transmission, and Nitto drag radials. After repeated trips to the dragstrip, we expected ...
2
votes
2answers
75 views
Factory panic alarm going off after changing battery [97 Toyota Camry]
We just changed the battery in our 1997 Toyota Camry now as soon as we connect the battery the panic alarm goes off and all the doors lock. How do we stop this / turn it off.
///note: the battery in ...
4
votes
3answers
83 views
What is causing steering wheel to vibrate?
I just hand my 1995 Jeep Grande Cherokee 4.0L straight 6 automatic in for tune-up (rotor, cap, wires, plugs, filters oil etc) and trans fluid service at special jeep repair shop. Also had the motor ...
5
votes
4answers
642 views
How to tune the ECU / fuel trim in a custom-built engine
I have a Gen VI 454 in my Suburban that needs some work. I'm thinking about turning it into a 496 stroker. Once I find a list of mechanical components (crank, cam, pistons, heads... everything) that ...
3
votes
1answer
63 views
Volkswagen Jetta Oil Pan Change
So recently I hit a speed bump and cracked a small section on the oil pan. I ordered one and received it. The problem is getting off the oil pan. On opposite sides there are about 6-7 screws which my ...
4
votes
2answers
228 views
Ford Escape 2002 idling rough in cold weather
Last week my 2002 Ford Escape started idling rough when the temperature was in the 30-40°F (-1°C to 4°C) range. It also seemed to have trouble shifting or something at 40-45 mph. I'd describe it as a ...
3
votes
6answers
2k views
1999 Mazda 626 Shakes when Idle
I've got a 1999 Mazda 626 that shakes really badly when idling. It gets a little better when put into neutral, but not much.
I've had two people suggest possibilities:
Fuel filter
Vacuum hose
...
